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Jun 1, 2026 1 min

Trooper Shot During High-Speed Chase

from Chicago News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!

An Indiana State Police trooper, Benjamin Beers, survived a deadly shootout during a routine speeding stop on I-94 after being shot in the chest—thanks to his vest. The suspect, Aaron Barnes, died at the scene, while a female passenger was taken into custody and later released as the investigation continues. Multiple officers, including those from Lake County Sheriff’s and Hammond PD, fired during the exchange. All involved officers are on administrative duty as the case moves toward Lake County prosecutors. This tragic incident underscores the daily risks faced by law enforcement. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/b330b691ff726105

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